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A U.S. scholarship thrills a teacher in India. Then came the soul-crushing questions

March 1, 2026

Joyeeta Banerjee, an English teacher from rural West Bengal, India, received a Fulbright scholarship to study equitable language learning in the U. S. for four months. However, her excitement was quickly overshadowed by concerns from her community about her family responsibilities.

A U.S. scholarship thrills a teacher in India. Then came the soul-crushing questions

Credit: Anupam Gangopadhyay

Key Highlights

Joyeeta Banerjee has taught first-generation learners for 24 years.
She received a Fulbright Distinguished Award in Teaching Program scholarship.
The scholarship allows her to study in the U. S. for four months.
Community members questioned her ability to balance family and professional opportunities.

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A U.S. scholarship thrills a teacher in India. Then came the soul-crushing questions

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A U.S. scholarship thrills a teacher in India. Then came the soul-crushing questions

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